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Blue Ribbon Side Recipes

Memorable sides can make the meal... or even become a meal in themselves. Dig into these scrumptious sides: vegetables, casseroles, risottos, beans and more!

Marinated Cucumbers, Onion, and Tomatoes in a serving bowl.

Marinated Cucumbers, Onions And Tomatoes

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By Angie Buehler
I grew up marinating cucumbers, onions, and tomatoes every summer as a side dish. Always ...
(8 ratings)
Bacon bits sprinkled on top of the Southern Potato Salad.

Southern Potato Salad

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By Pam Lloyd
This is a recipe I have been making for my family for as long as ...
(3 ratings)
A large bowl of Southern Fried Cabbage.

Southern Fried Cabbage

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By Michelle Crawford
This was my favorite growing up. It was a New Year's Eve tradition (and still ...
(6 ratings)

Deep Fried Onion Rings With Dipping Sauce

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By Susan Bartley
I know there are quite a few steps to these yummy golden brown rings, but ...
(1 rating)

Yeast Waffle With Fresh Strawberry Rum Syrup

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By Connie "Kiyu" Guerrero
Waffles were so new to me and I was not into waffles and pancakes until ...
(3 ratings)
A platter of French Fried Onion Rings.

French Fried Onion Rings

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By Vanessa "Nikita" Milare
Who doesn't love onion rings? I do, but didn't know they were really easy to ...
(3 ratings)
A platter of Old-Fashioned Fried Onion Rings.

Old-fashioned Fried Onion Rings

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By Bonnie Glazier
These came out so good! Light, crunchy, and just plain delish.
(3 ratings)
A big bowl of ranch pasta salad.

Ranch Pasta Salad

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By Dawn Whitted
This is one of my most requested pasta salads at my house. There are few ...
(3 ratings)
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Green Beans, Chicken, And Red-skinned Potatoes

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By LINDA BAILEY
This green bean, chicken breast, and potato recipe is such an easy dish for any ...
(40 ratings)
A platter of Sherry Balsamic Caramelized Brussels Sprouts.

Sherry Balsamic Caramelized Brussels Sprouts

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By Lou Kostura
Tried something new with Brussels sprouts and this recipe hits it outta the park. I ...
(8 ratings)
Golden Brown Baked Italian Sausages.

Baked Italian Sausages

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By Colleen Sowa
This is a great way to cook Italian sausages! Just a few minutes of prep ...
(11 ratings)
Ooey Gooey Mac and Cheese on a plate.

Ooey Gooey Mac And Cheese

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By Samantha Jacobs
This baked mac and cheese is so creamy and delicious. It's great for a Crock ...
(112 ratings)
A platter of Bonnie's Best Oven Baked Fries and Potato Wedges.

Bonnie's Best Blue Ribbon Oven Baked Fries

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By BonniE !
I have always had a passion for French fries, and therefore, I could never pass ...
(72 ratings)

Baked Onion Rings

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By Kris Krajacic
We love homemade onion rings but trying to get away from the deep fryer; these ...
(3 ratings)
Tomato Pie with a golden brown crust.

Tomato Pie

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By Cathie Valentine
This recipe was found while visiting Hilton Head Island one summer. We added our twist ...
(3 ratings)
Jars of Fresh Pickled Cucumber Salad.

Fresh Pickled Cucumber Salad

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By LINDA BAILEY
This stays in the refrigerator for up to two months, but never lasts that long! ...
(2 ratings)
Baking dish filled with Out-of-This-World Baked Beans.

Out-of-this-world Baked Beans

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By Norma DeRemer
I have made this so long that I don't remember where I got the recipe. ...
(2 ratings)
A platter of Roasted Corn With Garlic and Olive Oil.

Roasted Corn With Garlic And Olive Oil

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By Shannon Hinkle
My husband is a corn lover and loves it when I make him this! If ...
(2 ratings)
A bowl of 5 Minute Salsa with tortilla chips.

5 Minute Salsa

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By Deedee Miller
This is my favorite salsa. Even though it is easy and quick, it is delicious. ...
(1 rating)
A big bowl of Granny's Creamy Mashed Potatoes.

Granny's Creamy Mash Potatoes

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By Aprie Allen
My Mash Potatoes for Thanksgiving were a smash according to my two grandsons. My youngest ...
(2 ratings)
A platter of Pam's Variations on a Theme - Onion Rings.

Pam's Variations On A Theme - Onion Rings

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By Pam Ellingson
As my Dad used to say, "I have a Hankering for some onion rings!" I ...
(3 ratings)
Creamy Mashed Potatoes ready to be served.

Creamy Mashed Potatoes

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By Judy Sprague
This is a quick easy recipe that enhances any meal.
(19 ratings)
A platter of Fettucine Alfredo.

Fettuccine Alfredo

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By Megan Olson
This rich, creamy dish is one of my favorite comfort foods and it has gotten ...
(29 ratings)
Tater Tot Casserole ready to serve.

Tater Tot Casserole

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By Muna Escobar
My kids love this. The more tater tots and cheese I put in it, the ...
(76 ratings)
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